Meridian are quite clear: in order to get the best sound from Sooloos you need to route the signal through an 808.2 / 808.3 to benefit from the superior processing.

Why do they imagine this is an acceptable proposition?

Why have they not revised the Sooloos to include extra MIPS and processing?

Is this just a cynical attempt to sell extra 808s?

Is this a cynical attempt to sell extra expensive boxes?

Asa Post